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Collectors Splurge on Memorabilia at Doyle New York’s El Morocco Sale

Tuesday morning, Doyle New York’s El Morocco sale topped out just over its high estimate, bringing in a total $376,319. And while the final figure may not impress, individual items in the memorabilia and ephemera category didn’t disappoint.

By Alanna Martinez

Doyle New York to Auction the Private Collection of El Morocco Owner John Perona

John Perona was the reigning king of the New York nightclub scene for over 30 years as the creative genius and owner of the legendary party locale El Morocco. On September 16, Doyle New York will auction off Perona’s private collection of paintings, furniture, photographs, and memorabilia--many of the treasures hailing from the New York institution itself.

By Alanna Martinez

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